Space News Mission Log — Satellite Launches, Orbital Events & Analysis
Daily space news, satellite launch reports, orbital debris analysis and weekly roundups — grounded in live tracking data from our network monitoring 59 published reports.
Isar Aerospace Launches First Orbital Rocket from Europe
Isar Aerospace makes history with Europe's first orbital launch. SpaceX continues Starlink expansion, while Venus becomes less visible.
Long March Launch History: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover the Long March Hub, tracking every Chinese launch since 1970 with detailed data and insights.
Historic All-Female Spacewalk Highlights Busy Day in Orbit
Two astronauts are set to make history today with the sixth all-female spacewalk, part of a packed schedule of orbital activities.
Explore the Launch Log: A Comprehensive Historical Launch Database
The Launch Log is a comprehensive historical launch database, detailing every orbital launch. Explore its features and learn how to use it effectively.
This Week in Orbit
This week, the James Webb Space Telescope revealed a warped structure within the protoplanetary disk of TW Hydrae, a nearby star system, providing new insights into planet formation processes. Meanwhile, the U.S.
Hubble Space Telescope: 35+ Years of Discovery
The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) is a large, space-based observatory launched into low Earth orbit by the Space Shuttle Discovery on April 24, 1990. It is a joint project between NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA).
This Week in Orbit: 2026-07-26
This week saw the safe return of the Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft, marking the end of an eight-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). NASA astronaut Chris Williams and his crewmates were among those returning, highlighting the ongoing collaboration between international space agencies
Iridium Flares: Understanding the Sky's Predictable Flashes
Iridium flares were bright flashes caused by sunlight reflecting off Iridium satellites' antennas, visible from Earth.
Vanguard 1: The Oldest Satellite Still in Orbit
Launched on 17 March 1958, Vanguard 1 is the oldest artificial satellite still in orbit. It was part of the United States' Vanguard project, which aimed to launch the first American satellite as part of the International Geophysical Year (1957-1958).
The Long March Rocket Family: A Comprehensive Guide
The Long March rocket family is China's primary launch vehicle series, enabling numerous satellite and crewed missions since 1970.
Boeing Secures $2 Billion Contract Amidst Satellite Close Approaches
Boeing secures a $2 billion contract for satellite communications, while satellite close approaches underscore growing orbital congestion.
Hubble Space Telescope: 35+ Years of Discovery
The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) is one of the most significant astronomical instruments ever deployed in space. Launched on 24 April 1990 aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery (STS-31), Hubble is a joint project of NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA).